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Oelschlager Summer Leadership Institute Mentorship Program  

The Oelschlager Summer leadership Institute (OSLI) provides mentorship opportunities for up to eight (8) University of Akron students. OSLI Mentors directly relate to and work with the program's participants. They have the opportunity to form close relationships with a staff as well as serve as role models to high school students. They have an active role in facilitation of small groups, problem solving, and team building. 

The Oelschlager Summer Leadership Institute is designed to empower a group of high school students by introducing them to the requisite skills, attitudes, and resources for success in college. This fun, challenging seven-day experience will encourage Summer Institute participants to adopt habits and utilize resources useful to becoming high-achieving collegiate leaders and scholars. 

OSLI is searching for eight (8) University of Akron students to assist with this wonderful experience. Mentors must be current students that are planning to return in the Fall semester. They should be actively engaged in The University of Akron through classroom experiences, co-curricular involvement, and school spirit. During the Institute, room and board are provided and Mentors are required to live on campus during this time. The mentorship experience provides a stipend as well as all the costs of food during the program.

Mentorship opportunities

  • Do you want impact the lives of soon-to-be high school seniors by developing and assisting their personal growth through the transition from high school to college?
  • Do you want to have the chance to work with a great staff and develop yourself as a leader at Akron?
  • Would you like to get a paid mentorship that looks great on your résumé?

If you answered yes, you need to consider becoming an Oelschlager Summer Leadership Institute Mentor. 

Thanks to generosity of Jim and Vanita Oelschlager, The University of Akron is continuing its 24th year of the Oelschlager Summer Leadership Institute designed to enhance the leadership and academic performance of up to 48 area high school students.

The 2024 OSLI will be from June 21-27, 2024. Mentors must be available June 17-28.

What is required

  • Attending all staff meeting prior to summer break.
  • Attend training sessions the week before the Institute (June 17-20).
  • Live on campus in provided housing for the seven-day program.
  • Assist with the implementation of the Institute's curriculum and program.
  • Facilitate small groups of 4-6 high school students throughout institute.
  • Present at least one program during the Institute.
  • Assist and develop with team building and social activities.
  • Share on-duty responsibilities in the residence hall.
  • Assist with administrative tasks as needed.
  • Monthly contact  after institute through December with mentees.
  • Provide encouragement, support and resource information to mentees.
  • Develop and execute reunion activities for Fall 2024.
  • Mentors will be employed from June 2024-December 2024.

Applicant requirements 

Successful candidates should be:

  • Enrolled at The University of Akron with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
  • Returning to Akron in Fall 2024.
  • Completed at least one year at UA prior to the start of Institute.
  • Demonstrate campus leadership and/or community involvement.
  • During the Institute, holding employment outside the internship is not feasible due to the unpredictable time constraints of the internship.

Compensation and benefits

  • Compensation valued at $1,500 over active employment period. Majority of time commitment is during the month of June (training week and the institute).
  • Required to live on campus during training and institute.
  • Meals will be provided throughout training and institute.
  • A great resume builder and unique experience to share with future employers!

Mentor job application

Applications are due by Monday, April 22, 2024 by 5 p.m.

1. Return your completed application to Brandon Alexander by email at bam64@uakron.edu.

2. Interviews will be in-person and scheduled in half hour increments.Please share your interview availability within their OSLI mentor application.

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Due by Monday, April 22, 2024 by 5 p.m.

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Jim & Vanita Oelschlager

Jim & Vanita Oelschlager

The Oelschlager Summer Leadership Institute (OSLI) is the result of a generous gift given to The University of Akron by Jim and Vanita Oelschlager. Started in 2001, Jim and Vanita wanted to give high school students the opportunity to develop themselves and become influential leaders and contributors within their communities. Due to their unparalleled generosity, 48 area high school students are selected to participate in a seven-day summer workshop on The University of Akron’s campus each year.

OSLI Institute Director

Brandon Alexander
Director Student Union and Conference & Conference & Event Services